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sPARK Axis Amenities Center

Strategically positioned on the threshold of an expansive 102-acre campus, the sPARK Axis Amenities Center unfolds as a welcoming ‘pavilion for the community’.

Artfully combining architecture with nature, the sPARK Axis Amenities Center embodies unity, embracing the harmonious balance of indoor and outdoor living. Through thoughtful design and engaging programming, the facility serves as a central gathering place, offering a dynamic and inviting hub for both the campus and the broader community.

The design concept is simple yet impactful - a sweeping roof that gracefully blurs the line between built and natural environments, punctuated by artful perforations above the patio that invite sunlight and fresh air, creating an interplay between the elements. The selection of natural materials like wood, stone, and live plantings delivers a modern yet inviting aesthetic that fosters a unique connection with nature.

The inclusion of trees beneath the canopy symbolizes growth, echoing the spirit of the Campus, while a two-story planted green wall reaffirms the indoor/outdoor connectivity. Prioritizing flexibility, the layout incorporates operable interior and exterior walls and expansive glazed sections, creating an open and adaptable interior that can respond to the evolving needs of the community.


The facility boasts a diverse program, featuring a welcoming café, co-working space, a library, and a recreational center. Thoughtfully crafted amenities nurture collaboration and community, including a spacious 300-person indoor event space. A bar, central gathering stair, and shared spaces reinforce the commitment to fostering a vibrant, interconnected environment. Outdoor offerings include an amphitheater, open-air conference rooms, and basketball/volleyball courts.

Information
  • Sector: Science
  • Scope: Architecture, Interior Design
  • Morrisville, North Carolina
  • 2024
  • 25,133 SF
Project Team
Chris Small
Principal In Charge
Jesse Green
Design Principal
Shawna M. Mabie
Project Manager
Andy Craven
Project Architect
Cody Dodd
Designer
C. Anne Bradley
Interior Designer
Paige Conrad
Interior Designer
Collaborators
Brasfield & Gorrie
Contractor
Britt, Peters and Associates
Structural Engineering
Crenshaw Consulting Engineers
MEP Engineering
Surface 678
Landscape Architect
Kimley-Horn
Civil Engineering